Unit 4: Gastrointestinal Disorders
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What is the timing of administration for Proton Pump Inhibitors?

  • Before the first major meal of the day (correct)
  • After the last meal of the day
  • At bedtime
  • With an antacid

    • What is the primary mechanism of action of Antacids?

  • Neutralizing stomach acid by raising the pH of the stomach contents (correct)
  • Blocking the action of histamine
  • Reducing acid secretion in the stomach
  • Increasing the production of mucus in the stomach

    • What is the primary use of Alosetron in the treatment of IBS-D?

  • To increase the firmness of stools (correct)
  • To reduce the frequency of bowel movements
  • To treat symptoms of IBS-C
  • To relieve symptoms of chronic constipation

    • What is the primary adverse effect of Antacids?

    <p>Constipation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the therapeutic class of Omeprazole?

    <p>Proton Pump Inhibitor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of Antidiarrheals (Opioid)?

    <p>Decreasing intestinal motor activity and fluid secretion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary contraindication for Alosetron?

    <p>History of bowel obstruction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary nursing consideration for Proton Pump Inhibitors?

    <p>Take before the first major meal of the day (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary evaluation of effectiveness for Proton Pump Inhibitors?

    <p>Original symptoms are less noticeable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary interaction of Antacids with other medications?

    <p>Decreased absorption of other medications (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between the symptoms of gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers in relation to food intake?

    <p>Pain worsens with food intake in gastric ulcers and improves with food intake in duodenal ulcers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason Proton Pump Inhibitors are taken before the first major meal of the day?

    <p>To increase the efficacy of the medication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of Antacids in the treatment of PUD and GERD?

    <p>They alleviate symptoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of patients who may be prescribed Alosetron for IBS-D?

    <p>Female patients with severe IBS-D that has lasted more than 6 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Antidiarrheals (Opioid) on intestinal function?

    <p>Decrease fluid secretion and enhance mucosal absorption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary nursing consideration for patients taking Alosetron?

    <p>Monitor for GI toxicity and sign a treatment agreement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason Proton Pump Inhibitors are used for short-term therapy?

    <p>They are used for short-term therapy of active peptic ulcers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of taking Proton Pump Inhibitors on an empty stomach?

    <p>It increases the efficacy of the medication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Antacids on stomach acid?

    <p>They neutralize stomach acid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between Antidiarrheals (Opioid) and Alosetron?

    <p>Alosetron is a selective blocker of 5-HT3 receptors, while Antidiarrheals decrease intestinal motor activity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Proton Pump Inhibitors on the enzyme H+K+-ATPase?

    <p>Irreversible binding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is NOT used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?

    <p>Alosetron (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Antidiarrheals (Opioid) on fluid secretion in the intestines?

    <p>Decreased secretion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common adverse effect of Antacids?

    <p>Constipation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of taking Proton Pump Inhibitors before the first major meal of the day?

    <p>Maximal acid suppression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of PUD and has a mechanism of action involving the neutralization of stomach acid?

    <p>Aluminum Hydroxide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Antidiarrheals (Opioid) on intestinal motor activity?

    <p>Decreased activity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of IBS-D in female patients who have severe symptoms that have lasted more than 6 months and have been resistant to conventional management?

    <p>Alosetron (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Proton Pump Inhibitors on the symptoms of Peptic Ulcer Disease?

    <p>Reduced symptoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common interaction of Antacids with other medications?

    <p>Reduced absorption (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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